Madame Bovary
Gustave Flaubert
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This podcast presents a reading of Gustave Flaubert's classic novel Madame Bovary, first published in 1857. It tells the story of Emma Bovary, a doctor's wife who tries to escape the dullness of provincial life through affairs and overspending. Flaubert's meticulous prose, especially his pursuit of the perfect word, adds depth to the seemingly simple narrative. The audiobook brings this literary masterpiece to listeners in English.
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035 - Part III Chapter Eleven 08.02.2026 21minPublished in April 1857, Madame Bovary tells the poignant story of Emma Bovary, the wife of a doctor, who seeks to escape the monotony and emptiness of provincial life through a series of passionate affairs and extravagant spending. While the narrative may seem straightforward, the true brilliance of Flauberts work lies in its intricate details and underlying themes. A perfectionist in his craft, Flaubert was relentless in his quest for le mot juste—the perfect word. -
034 - Part III Chapter Ten 07.02.2026 12minPublished in April 1857, Madame Bovary tells the poignant story of Emma Bovary, the wife of a doctor, who seeks to escape the monotony and emptiness of provincial life through a series of passionate affairs and extravagant spending. While the narrative may seem straightforward, the true brilliance of Flauberts work lies in its intricate details and underlying themes. A perfectionist in his craft, Flaubert was relentless in his quest for le mot juste—the perfect word. -
033 - Part III Chapter Nine 06.02.2026 21minPublished in April 1857, Madame Bovary tells the poignant story of Emma Bovary, the wife of a doctor, who seeks to escape the monotony and emptiness of provincial life through a series of passionate affairs and extravagant spending. While the narrative may seem straightforward, the true brilliance of Flauberts work lies in its intricate details and underlying themes. A perfectionist in his craft, Flaubert was relentless in his quest for le mot juste—the perfect word. -
032 - Part III Chapter Eight 06.02.2026 45minPublished in April 1857, Madame Bovary tells the poignant story of Emma Bovary, the wife of a doctor, who seeks to escape the monotony and emptiness of provincial life through a series of passionate affairs and extravagant spending. While the narrative may seem straightforward, the true brilliance of Flauberts work lies in its intricate details and underlying themes. A perfectionist in his craft, Flaubert was relentless in his quest for le mot juste—the perfect word. -
031 - Part III Chapter Seven 06.02.2026 29minPublished in April 1857, Madame Bovary tells the poignant story of Emma Bovary, the wife of a doctor, who seeks to escape the monotony and emptiness of provincial life through a series of passionate affairs and extravagant spending. While the narrative may seem straightforward, the true brilliance of Flauberts work lies in its intricate details and underlying themes. A perfectionist in his craft, Flaubert was relentless in his quest for le mot juste—the perfect word. -
030 - Part III Chapter Six 06.02.2026 36minPublished in April 1857, Madame Bovary tells the poignant story of Emma Bovary, the wife of a doctor, who seeks to escape the monotony and emptiness of provincial life through a series of passionate affairs and extravagant spending. While the narrative may seem straightforward, the true brilliance of Flauberts work lies in its intricate details and underlying themes. A perfectionist in his craft, Flaubert was relentless in his quest for le mot juste—the perfect word.
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